DOMAINE DROUHIN Chardonnay 'Arthur' 2015

Partially fermented in French oak barrels, this golden hued Chardonnay opens with a bouquet of ripe pear, honeydew melon, nutmeg, brioche and starfruit accents. The flavors are rich and largely citrus based, showing candied white grapefruit and lemon zest with buttered toast, and vanilla cream suggestions. Overall, this is a lovely effort from this estate. With its dense mouthfeel and striking minerality, this will cellar beautifully well into the next decade.(Best 2017-2026) - February, 2017 (OB)